Melissa Odabash

Melissa Odabash Swimwear

Diana Jenkins is a creative partner and majority owner of Melissa Odabash swimwear. Instead of under-wire or padding, Melissa Odabash uses fine twisted elastic, discreetly sewn into linings. Collections have included flattering briefs, halter neck tops, twisted bandeaus adorned with buckles, beading, shells and embroidery. Celebrities including Kate Moss, Jennifer Lopez, Paris Hilton, Elle Macpherson, Victoria Beckham, Catherine Zeta Jones, Teri Hatcher, Beyonce, Uma Thurman, Sarah Jessica Parker, Heidi Klum, Halle Berry and Cindy Crawford all choose Melissa Odabash when vacationing.

Photo Gallery—Look Who’s Wearing Melissa Odabash

Photo gallery of some celebrities who wear Melissa Odabash swimwear.

Video of Fashion Show in Miami — 2011 Collection

Video of the Summer 2011 fashion show at the Miami Swim Week.

Portrait of Sanela Diana Jenkins with her two children

Born in Sarajevo, Diana Jenkins (née Sanela Ćatić) was the eldest of two children in a middle-class Bosnian family.

During the war, her younger brother was killed, and she was forced to flee her home and spent more than a year in Croatia as a refugee before emigrating to London. She worked her way through college at London’s City University (she told the Telegraph newspaper that she “survived on a diet of Toblerone”).

Diana Jenkins is now living in Malibu with her family. She is the founder and CEO of Neuro Drinks and a creative partner and majority owner of Melissa Odabash. Diana blogs about human rights issues and is a human rights activist with a particular interest in international justice. She is also a philanthropist who has raised and donated many millions of dollars for a variety of causes including Haiti, Darfur, Bosnia, and AIDS research.

Foundations

Sanela Diana Jenkins Foundation The Sanela Diana Jenkins Foundation was established in 2002 by Diana in memory of her 21-year-old brother, Irnis Ćatić, who was brutally killed by Serbians during the Bosnian war. The Foundation has supported more than 100 projects in Bosnia and Herzegovina. more
J/P HRO Diana Jenkins (the J) and Sean Penn (the P) started the J/P Haitian Relief Organization to provide on-the-ground aide in the aftermath of 2010 earthquake in Haiti. more

Projects

Sanela Diana Jenkins Human Rights Project The Sanela Diana Jenkins Human Rights Project was established at UCLA School of Law to advance the cause of human rights and international justice around the world. Professor Richard H. Steinberg, the noted international law scholar, is the director. more
Room 23 The fine art coffee table book Room 23 features photography and art direction by Deborah Anderson. This artistic exploration depicts a year in the life of a Beverly Hills penthouse suite featuring 100 celebrities. Proceeds support human rights projects. more

Ventures

Neuro Drinks Neuro Drinks™—the brainchild of Chairman, CEO and Founder Diana Jenkins—were created by scientists and nutritionists to create a healthy beverage line that sustain and enhance your active lifestyle with natural ingredients in a convenient and delicious way. Just real results—no marketing hype. more
Melissa Odabash Swimwear Diana Jenkins is a creative partner and majority owner of Melissa Odabash swimwear. Instead of under-wire, Melissa Odabash uses fine twisted elastic, discreetly sewn into linings. It’s the favorite swimwear of many celebrities! more